South Pole Penitentiary
Krampus has imprisoned Santa, his elves, and everything that makes Christmas possible.
A Haunted Christmas Adventure.
Santa is missing. Christmas has been erased. Krampus is in control.
3 Haunted Attractions • 8 Nights Only
The Oregon Expo in Salem, Oregon
2026 Season
Eight Nights Only.
Opening Soon
Opening Friday, November 27
Friday
NOV
27
6–9 PM
Opening Night
Saturday
NOV
28
6–9 PM
Friday
DEC
04
6–9 PM
Saturday
DEC
05
6–9 PM
Friday
DEC
11
6–9 PM
Saturday
DEC
12
6–9 PM
Friday
DEC
18
6–9 PM
Saturday
DEC
19
6–9 PM
Final Night
3 Haunted Christmas Attractions.
Pennville: Christmas Erased
They say Christmas never existed. Pennville will make sure you believe it.
A Podunk Little Christmas
The Podunks haven't forgotten Christmas. And they've captured Krampus.
Bring Your Bravest Friends
Get Scared. Love Every Second.
What Guests Say About Fright Planet
The Screams Speak For Themselves.
★★★★★
“Very cool and entertaining adventure.”
★★★★★
“Fright Planet packs plenty of screams for your buck.”
★★★★★
“There really is something to scare everyone.”
Reviews and coverage refer to previous Fright Planet experiences.
Haunted Christmas Attractions
Three Attractions. One Ticket.
Experience South Pole Penitentiary, Pennville: Christmas Erased, and A Podunk Little Christmas with one ticket.
See ticket options at Buy Tickets. Food and shopping are separate purchases.
Free Outdoor Admission
The Holiday Village.
Free to enter. Explore Christmas lights, displays, food and vendors outside the haunted attractions.
Free Entry
Christmas Lights
Holiday displays and festive scenery
Holiday Village
Food & Treats
Seasonal bites and favorites
Shop
Holiday Vendors
Browse the marketplace
Holiday Village is presented by the fair. Haunted attractions require tickets. Food and vendor purchases are separate.
Bring Home the Nightmare
Get the Picture.
Bring your crew. Capture the nightmare.
Know Before You Go
Plan Your Night.
Dates & Hours
View the full operating calendar.
View Calendar →Directions & Parking
Find The Oregon Expo in Salem, Oregon.
Get Directions →Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers before you arrive.
Read FAQ →Accessibility
Guest accessibility and attraction information.
Learn More →Holiday Village
Lights, food, vendors and seasonal fun.
Explore →The Fright Before Christmas.
The Oregon Expo in Salem, Oregon
2330 17th St NE
Salem, OR 97301
Questions?
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salem@thefrightbeforechristmas.comWill Christmas Ever Return?
Eight nights. Three nightmares. One twisted Christmas.